2025 NBA Draft Thread

[B Sox]

I watched a lot of Josh Green this past year. Always seemed pretty underwhelming. Tough to judge some prospects under Sean Miller though. Might just be a dude that ends up being better in the league with a more defined role.

 

[youngthundercat]

I’m gonna be so ******* pissed of Charlotte takes that kid.

Warriors don’t over think this. All you need the kid to do is be a athlete and control the boards. Two things he can do for you at a early age while the stars are still in their prime. Absolutely no rush for him to be offensively productive yet. Great situation for him.

 

[B Sox]

I think Toppin could be an interesting fit for GSW if they were to trade back a few spots too. His shooting and rim running would allow him to play off the Splash Bros spacing and Draymond’s playmaking pretty nicely. Defensively he just guards whoever is the lesser threat is at the opposing 4/5.

 

[addict4sneakers]

I think Toppin could be an interesting fit for GSW if they were to trade back a few spots too. His shooting and rim running would allow him to play off the Splash Bros spacing and Draymond’s playmaking pretty nicely. Defensively he just guards whoever is the lesser threat is at the opposing 4/5.

Draymond going to be shooting with two backpacks due to fatigue from yelling and covering for Toppin on defense. Otherwise it looks good to me

 

[N41D]

I wouldn't really classify Maxey as a small guard though given his frame. With his wingspan at 6'6", he's functionally similar to Hardaway Jr who is at 6'7". I get that there is a bit of overlap though with Brunson and Seth and getting someone that can guard bigger wings would be more ideal.

He's definitely got some physical attributes that will help him defend up the lineup a little bit... But the Mavs need someone to throw at Bron, Kawhi, etc... Need big, physically imposing bodies that don't need the ball in their hands...

Bey and Green profile as interesting crosses between DFS and Hardaway Jr to me... Better shooters than DFS and better defenders than THJ... If DFS can be a swing guy for 18-20 minutes a night off the bench, that's ideal. Getting Maxi back in that role would be huge, too.

I like Delon Wright, but he doesn't seem like he'll fit in Dallas with all the guards already there. I wouldn't be surprised if he got moved.

Agreed... Does a lot well. Interested to see what happens with him. Contract is super manageable as far as trade possibilities, too.

 

[youngthundercat]

I watched a lot of Josh Green this past year. Always seemed pretty underwhelming. Tough to judge some prospects under Sean Miller though. Might just be a dude that ends up being better in the league with a more defined role.

I thought the same. But we both know Sean stinks.

 

[B Sox]

Draymond going to be shooting with two backpacks due to fatigue from yelling and covering for Toppin on defense. Otherwise it looks good to me

Fair, but doesn't really seem like the end of the world for me. Don't really want him shooting anyways.

I don't think Toppin's ceiling is particularly high, but I have a hard time believing that he won't be productive, especially if the jumper is somewhat real. Stronger, better Kuzma.

 

[addict4sneakers]

Lamelo in Charlotte going to be must see TV good or bad. Uncle MJ going to provide the memes when a Ball bullet pass spills his yak

 

[pums]

Kuz was pretty solid laterally in the playoffs

 

[B Sox]

Like this outcome for the Cs much more than KOC's mock.

Bey and Bane could both come in and contribute right away. Good shooters that can defend. Don't think Bane is going to make it to 30 though.

 

[MVP]

 

[Vincent Van Goat]

Imagine if they could get someone like jimmy butler

I kid

 

[frshstunna]

at Minny thinkin they in "win now" mode ...They bout to trade the pick for K Love or Wall

 

[Verde Shuttles]

What would that trade look like ?

 

[Cashflow]

Imagine if they could get someone like jimmy butler

I kid

 

[BIG FISH]

at Minny thinkin they in "win now" mode ...They bout to trade the pick for K Love or Wall

Two max players on their roster and at the moment it’s looking like KaT will leave as soon as he has the opportunity to
They should be in win now mode lol

 

[ballinsam23]

Julius Randle is as win-now as it possibly gets.

 

[RustyShackleford]

I just know these fools are gonna call Phoenix and make some asinine offer for Booker

So Imma need James Jones to hang the **** up on them when they do.

 

[tomdiginson]

at Minny thinkin they in "win now" mode ...They bout to trade the pick for K Love or Wall

Empty stats Kat coming off a postseason of strolling on the beach tricking on community pums and minny thinks they as an organization are in "win" now mode. Watch them trade the #1 for quake and think it's good business.

 

[moe200069]

what exactly are they winning??

 

[jab step]

When they say win now I think they mean a player that fits KAT/Dlo timeline better. So a guy in the 24-28 year old range. Someone who can contribute now and grow with their two core pieces.

They are the youngest team in the league from what I remember.

This is a whole new regime too. They allegedly have some highly respected/touted guys. But they are all unproven, so we'll see.

 

[BIG FISH]

Empty stats Kat coming off a postseason of strolling on the beach tricking on community pums and minny thinks they as an organization are in "win" now mode. Watch them trade the #1 for quake and think it's good business.

We still using the term “empty stats” in 2020?

 

[smedroc]

Lamelo in Charlotte going to be must see TV good or bad. Uncle MJ going to provide the memes when a Ball bullet pass spills his yak

Mike gonna have Lavar in the building for 1 on 1 within 24hrs

 

[pmatic]

Wrong thread.

 

[Moheezy]

The Wolves are interested in trading their #1 for a win now player. Who would be a good target? The players that come to mind are

• Beal: He says he wants to stay in Washington
• Jason Collins: Interesting fit with KAT but not sure if he's worth the #1 pick.
• Jonathan Isaac: I know he's not in the trade market (yet) but that front court is too crowded and Isaac had serious injuries, his defensive potential is absolutely phenomenal and I would love to see him in a team that would fit his skillset and I think T'wolves are the perfect landing spot for him. The Magic would have to add a piece or two and the Wolves would need to match salaries. The ceiling of this Magic team is a 2nd round exit, they are competitive, but they need a player with a higher ceiling.

People still mention Jrue but he doesn't want to move nor do the Pels want to move him.
From a fit perspective, I would also say that Ben Simmons would be an ideal with with KAT and D'lo but with Doc, he's not going to move until at least next summer.